Butter chicken is one of the most beloved Indian dishes worldwide. Its creamy, mildly spiced gravy is a crowd-pleaser. Here’s an easy recipe to recreate this classic at home.
Ingredients:
- 500g chicken (boneless or bone-in)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 3 large tomatoes (pureed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, and chili powder. Add the chicken and let it marinate for at least 2 hours.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill or sauté the marinated chicken until cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare the Gravy: Melt butter in a pan, add tomato puree, and cook until it thickens. Add garam masala and salt.
- Combine and Simmer: Add the cooked chicken to the gravy. Stir in cream and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with naan or basmati rice.
Enjoy this restaurant-quality butter chicken in the comfort of your home!
